Page 13 of Best Senior Communities in Virginia

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Info below is compiled from the VA Depts. of Social Services & Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving. SC (Senior Communities):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in violations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
Total count of violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Village at Orchard Ridge
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Winchester
47?Yes 92 -Melissa Sellers 78.7% -1650%161.0
Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community
SC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Mclean
32?No 52 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedFafa Beckley 59.4% -743%50.7
Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Roanoke (Old Southwest)
130FNo 57 -- 58.8% A+8100%10813.5
Kensington Reston Owner LLC
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Reston
105A+Yes 33 -Llena Sta.ana 77.1% -1638%161.0
Arden Courts of Virginia Beach
SC
MC
RC
Virginia Beach (North Virginia Beach)
72A+No 46 -Sandra Stover 73.6% -617%10.2
Paul Spring Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Alexandria
190A-Yes 20 1 Bed / 2 BedJoyceline Owusu-Dankwaa 71.6% -3050%341.1
Hawksbill Assisted Living
SC
AL
Luray
50ANo 58 -Gloria Good 82.0% -1050%111.1
Chestnut Grove Assisted Living Facility
SC
AL
MC
Richmond
85ANo 34 -Lenny Wilkinson 78.8% -1338%80.6
Sunrise at Fair Oaks
SC
AL
MC
RC
Fairfax (Boulevard Estates)
107B+Yes 49 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedJordan Kay-A-1861%281.6
HH Riverhouse
SC
AL
Fredericksburg
110A-No 88 -Daryl Sullivan 80.0% -2020%90.5
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Overview of The Village at Orchard Ridge

The Village at Orchard Ridge offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, home care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Winchester, VA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Home care provides support in a person’s own residence, while respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. With several care levels, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time because moving to another level can happen without leaving the community. Melissa Sellers serves as the administrator.

The community has 47 beds, placing it in the smaller-community range where staff and residents get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 5h 6m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicare and private pay; Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while private pay means paying directly.

A pool gives residents an on-site option for aquatic activity, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 92 / 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Contact The Village at Orchard Ridge

Overview of Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community

The Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Retirement Community occupies a moderately walkable stretch of Kirby Road in McLean, Virginia, at 1739 Kirby Rd. Administrator Ms. Analisse Vasquez Soto oversees a 32-bed facility that covers a wide range of care levels: nursing home care, assisted living, memory care, home care, independent living, and respite stays, all on one campus. Floor plans run from studios to two-bedroom units.

With 19 of 32 beds currently filled, the occupancy rate sits at 59%. Residents stay an average of 73 days, which puts this squarely in short-stay rehabilitation territory for most. Nursing care totals 5 hours and 32 minutes per resident per day, with registered nurses providing 54 minutes of that time and nurse aides contributing 2 hours and 53 minutes. Staffing runs 24 hours. The facility accepts Medicare and private pay.

On the dining side, residents have three options: The Penthouse Dining Room, The Bistro, and the Café. State inspections have tended to center on medication management and care planning and documentation.

At 32 beds with a 73-day average stay and a care model that spans independent living through skilled nursing, Arleigh Burke Pavilion functions primarily as a short-stay rehabilitation setting embedded within a broader continuum of care in one of Northern Virginia’s more established retirement communities.

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Overview of Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing

Old Southwest is the premier skilled nursing facility in Roanoke, offering its residents a sense of belonging. With an emphasis on skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care nursing service, the staff excels in practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to the seniors. The upscale skilled nursing home built its trusted reputation on excellent customer service and exceptional care that has earned the respect of being a reliable senior living community that one’s individual needs.
The short and long-term care nursing home strives to improve the lifestyle of its elderly through community, connection, and care. They offer a personalized care program to meet each individual’s unique needs. Amenities and services include an exceptional dining experience, innovative programs, and educational activities that all aim to ensure a wonderful experience during your golden years and provide additional support.

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Overview of Kensington Reston Owner

Kensington Reston Owner offers nursing home, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Reston, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time because moving to another level does not require leaving the community.

Opened in 2021, the community has 105 beds. Llena Sta.Ana serves as the administrator. A salon and spa provide personal grooming services within the community, and pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet with them.

Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehabilitation provides temporary care during recovery. The area has a Walk Score of 33, a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands.

Contact Kensington Reston Owner LLC

Overview of Arden Courts of Virginia Beach

Arden Courts of Virginia Beach provides memory care and respite care in Virginia Beach, VA. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias, while respite care provides a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 72 beds, and trained caregivers are available 24/7, giving residents caregiver support throughout the day and night. Residents can receive assistance with daily hygiene and medication support, along with engagement therapy treatment and rehabilitation services. Secure exits lead to landscaped paths and shaded outdoor patios, providing access to outdoor areas within the community’s secured setting.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride for a resident who no longer drives. Sandra Stover serves as the administrator, and the community may be a good fit for a person with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia whose family also needs a short-term respite option.

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Overview of Paul Spring Community

Located on 12 acres just south of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, Paul Spring is a family-owned senior living community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. Serving the Mount Vernon area since 1988, Paul Spring combines lush surroundings with proximity to Washington, D.C., ensuring residents enjoy the best of both worlds. Paul Spring is committed to offering outstanding hospitality and customized programs that meet the various requirements of its residents.

With the provision of exceptional social, emotional, physical, and cognitive support, residents flourish in a secure and cozy setting. Paul Spring offers a variety of services such as housekeeping, a lively Life Enrichment Program, and professionally cooked meals made by an on-site chef. These features guarantee that residents feel comfortable from the time they arrive. The Paul Spring Retirement Community provides the ideal balance of comfort and convenience, whether one is looking for a carefree retirement or specialized care.

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Overview of Hawksbill Assisted Living

Hawksbill Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Luray, VA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a personal living space. Respite care is also available for short stays, which can support a family when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Hawksbill Assisted Living may be a good fit for someone who needs help with everyday tasks or for a family needing short-term support.

The community has 50 beds and offers private and companion rooms. A private room suits someone who wants an individual room, while a companion room can suit two people moving together or someone who prefers to share a room. Residents can use the on-site beauty salon, and a community bus provides transportation to activities and events. A Walk Score of 58 means some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Mrs. Gloria Good serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Chestnut Grove Assisted Living Facility

Chestnut Grove Assisted Living Facility offers assisted living and memory care in Richmond, VA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue without moving elsewhere. The community has 85 beds. Room choices include studios, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units: a studio offers one private space, while a larger unit may work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

Creative activities give residents structured opportunities to participate in arts and other projects. Chef prepared meals provide dining on site. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Mr. Lenny Wilkinson serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Sunrise at Fair Oaks

Serving older adults in the Boulevard Estates neighborhood of Fairfax, Virginia, Sunrise at Fair Oaks is a senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The three-story community has been serving residents for 45 years. It has 107 beds with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Jordan Kay serves as the community’s administrator.

Residents have access to transportation services, on-site fitness and recreation programs, weekly housekeeping, and laundry services. Daily meals and a calendar of outings and activities are part of everyday life. The community also offers specialized programs alongside its respite care services for families who need short-term support. Pets are welcome, which can make the transition easier for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

The community is about 2 miles from Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, providing residents and families with convenient access to nearby hospital care if needed. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 49, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car.

Families comparing memory care with assisted living should ask how the two programs are organized within the same community and what services are available through each level of care.

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HH Riverhouse

100 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401-6104
Overview of Hh Riverhouse

Hh Riverhouse is an assisted living community in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medications while allowing a resident to keep a private living space, so it may suit someone who needs regular support without giving up that privacy.

The community has 110 beds. With a Walk Score of 88 out of 100, the area falls in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be handled on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Hh Riverhouse is locally owned and operated by the Sullivan family, with Daryl Sullivan serving as administrator.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in Virginia

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 440 senior communities in Virginia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community in Virginia?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Virginia, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting senior communities in Virginia?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Senior Communities in Virginia at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Virginia. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 94The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Virginia. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90